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| Mar 12th, 2009 |
Regional Transportation Commission Launches New Freeway Incident Information System
For Immediate Release:
The Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC) will launch a new traffic information system designed to give drivers information before they encounter traffic tie-ups. Motorists can sign up to receive e-mail and text messages with information on traffic accidents, freeway closures, weather events and other issues that may impact drive times. Commuters who want to receive the messages may sign up on the RTC’s Web site, rtcsnv.com beginning on Thursday, March 12. There is no charge to enroll but a valid e-mail address is required.
The messages drivers will receive are similar to those posted on the RTC’s dynamic message signs on valley freeways. Subscribers will receive the e-mail and text message alerts following the posting of the messages on the dynamic message signs. The messages are posted when the RTC’s Freeway and Arterial System of Transportation (FAST) technicians have visually confirmed the incident and determine that it may impact travel times. The messages will primarily cover incidents on I-15 between the 215 Bruce Woodbury Beltway and the Spaghetti Bowl and on I-515 between the Spaghetti Bowl and the Charleston Curve. Those are the areas where FAST has the greatest concentration of traffic cameras so they are able to visually confirm incidents. The system will eventually expand to include a greater section of I-15 and U.S. 95 as well as the 215.
Messages are posted during the times when the traffic management center is staffed, Monday through Friday from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. and on weekends from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m
The messages drivers will receive are similar to those posted on the RTC’s dynamic message signs on valley freeways. Subscribers will receive the e-mail and text message alerts following the posting of the messages on the dynamic message signs. The messages are posted when the RTC’s Freeway and Arterial System of Transportation (FAST) technicians have visually confirmed the incident and determine that it may impact travel times. The messages will primarily cover incidents on I-15 between the 215 Bruce Woodbury Beltway and the Spaghetti Bowl and on I-515 between the Spaghetti Bowl and the Charleston Curve. Those are the areas where FAST has the greatest concentration of traffic cameras so they are able to visually confirm incidents. The system will eventually expand to include a greater section of I-15 and U.S. 95 as well as the 215.
Messages are posted during the times when the traffic management center is staffed, Monday through Friday from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. and on weekends from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m
About the Company:
The RTC is the transit authority, transportation planning agency and regional traffic management agency for Southern Nevada. The RTC’s vision is to provide a safe, convenient and effective regional transportation system that enhances mobility and air quality for citizens and visitors. The RTC encourages residents and visitors to use alternate commute modes to help reduce traffic congestion, clean the air and improve the quality of life in Southern Nevada.
Regional Transportation Commission (RTC)
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